1.   Although federal scrutiny has increased, problems remain at some U.S. branches of foreign banks, the GAO said.

2.   And troubles still loom over the airline, which has been the subject of federal scrutiny, criminal investigations and intense publicity this year.

3.   Antitrust lawyers say the combination probably will survive federal scrutiny, although not before a close look.

4.   Another focus of federal scrutiny is an al-Qaida cell in Milan, Italy.

5.   Because of increased competition and more federal scrutiny, pharmaceutical companies need to test out more drugs on more people.

6.   Because of increased competition and more federal scrutiny, pharmaceutical companies need to test more drugs on more people.

7.   After months of federal scrutiny, ValuJet won final approval Thursday from the U.S. Department of Transportation to fly again, starting Monday.

8.   All but American Maize, which is about to be acquired by Eridania Beghin-Say, are also under federal criminal scrutiny.

9.   But the controversy that erupted this week amid criticism from civil rights leaders and skepticism from historians promises to intensify under federal scrutiny.

10.   But Tyson, which is based in Springdale, Ark., is also expected to face federal antitrust scrutiny of its deal.